Best of Australia & New Zealand (18 Days)
Sydney, Ayers Rock, Daintree Rainforest, Great Barrier Reef, Auckland, Rotorua & Taupo, Canterbury, Queenstown
Essence of the South Island
(6 days - Departs Daily on a Private Basis) Christchurch & Canterbury, Queenstown & Milford Sound
This luxury tour features the highlights of New Zealand's South Island: luxury lodges in spectacular settings, soft outdoor adventures, great food and wine, and unrivalled natural beauty.
Begin with an introductory private tour of Christchurch, the South Island’s Garden City. Next, transfer through the Canterbury countryside to Grasmere Lodge, a luxury lodge on a historic homestead in the foothills of the Southern Alps. Enjoy a four-wheel drive tour of the property, as well as a private tour of beautiful Arthur's Pass National Park.
Next, fly to Queenstown, a lakeside resort and gateway to some of New Zealand’s most exciting and dramatic attractions. Enjoy a private tour of a historic gold mining town, wine country and other regional attractions en route to Blanket Bay, a legendary luxury lodge in Glenorchy that has outstanding views of Lake Wakatipu and the majestic Southern Alps. One day, take a thrilling Dart River jet boat safari into the magnificent landscapes of Mount Aspiring National Park. Another day, take a spectacular private helicopter flight over the Alps to Milford Sound, one of New Zealand's most iconic sights, and land on a glacier high in the mountains.
Itinerary Overview
Day 1
Arrive Christchurch - Canterbury
Private arrival transfer to country retreat for 2 nights with touring of Christchurch en route
Day 2
Canterbury
Morning four-wheel drive tour. Private afternoon tour of Arthur's Pass National Park
Day 3
Canterbury - Queenstown
Private transfer to airport. Flight to Queenstown. Private transfer to luxury lodge for 3 nights with touring of Queenstown and Arrowtown en route
Day 4
Queenstown & Milford Sound
Private Milford Sound helicopter excursion and glacier landing
